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Monthly Writing Theme: February
Looking for some writing inspiration? Take a look at these romantic prompts just in time for Valentine's Day.
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My Top 5 Books for Valentine’s Day
If you're looking for a romantic read this Valentine's, take a look at my top 5 romance list.
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Monthly Writing Theme: August Celebrations
It's been one year since the beginning of the Monthly Writing Themes, so of course this month we're going to celebrate! Whether you're going to a festival, fireworks or celebrating a birthday or anniversary, you'll find something to inspire your inner writer!
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Monthly Writing Theme: June
Summer is finally here and the fun is about to begin! Check out this month's theme park inspired writing prompts.
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5 steps to getting back into writing after a long hiatus
Has it been a while since you last picked up a pen? Has your WIP been gathering dust? Here are some top tips to get back into writing after a long hiatus!
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In Memory of Raymond Briggs
The author of The Snowman has sadly passed away, but his classics have become part of British children's literary tradition.
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February: The Snow Moon
A young man is travelling home in a blizzard, when he encounters a beautiful, mysterious lady in the snowy woods... A special story for the February full moon.
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Monthly Writing Theme: September Children’s Classics
Autumn has arrived and this month we celebrate the many children's authors and their classic stories.
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Every Picture: Tanabata
This week’s picture was taken in Osaka, during the Tanabata light festival at Shitennoji Temple. Tanabata is one of my favourite festivals in Japan; it celebrates stars and light and has a romantic origin story. While I was writing this, it also reminded me of the story of The Little Prince (one of the only children’s books to make me bawl my eyes out) and I ended up included one of my favourite quotes. A river of twinkling stars flowed over Hana’s head. Pink and purple streamers wafted gently in the nighttime breeze and she almost imagined she could hear the tinkling of bells somewhere nearby. Only you will have…
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Monthly Writing Theme: July
Is it July already? Where is the year going? Camp NaNoWriMo has come around again and Twitter writers are polishing off their manuscripts in preparation for another #PitMad. For the monthly writing theme of July, we’re returning to camp for some inspiration. Inspiration for this month’s writing theme Summer camp isn’t really a thing in the UK. The first time I heard about American style summer camps was the Goosebumps book Welcome to Camp Nightmare. Although I’ve spent weeks in caravans by the seaside, I’ve never pitched a tent… and I always wanted to! But, Camp NaNoWriMo is the closest I’ve ever come to it. I’ve seen a few tv…